Cutty Sark Whisky
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Cutty Sark is a historic blended Scotch whisky first introduced in 1923 by Berry Bros. & Rudd, the long-established London wine and spirits merchant. Named after the famous tea clipper, the brand became especially well known for its pale colour, bright label and easy-drinking style, helping it stand apart from heavier Scotch blends of the period.
Today Cutty Sark is part of the Glen Turner Company, the Scottish arm of La Martiniquaise. Its core expression remains a blended Scotch, bringing together malt and grain whiskies from across Scotland, with a style designed to be lighter, fresher and more approachable than many traditional blends.
The flavour profile is typically soft and accessible, with notes of vanilla, citrus, honeyed grain, orchard fruit and gentle spice, sometimes with a faint touch of smoke. Alongside the classic yellow-label bottling, the range has included expressions such as Cutty Sark Prohibition, a higher-strength release inspired by the brand's strong association with the American market during the Prohibition era.
Cutty Sark's appeal lies in its clarity of purpose: a straightforward, versatile Scotch blend with genuine heritage and an easy-going character. It is well suited to simple serves, highballs and cocktails, while still offering enough Scotch whisky identity to be enjoyed on its own.
